KS1 Class Teacher

Rimo Jobs; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Berkeley Primary School in Berkeley, CA is seeking a committed KS1 teacher to inspire young learners and design engaging lessons that stretch curiosity. You will create a welcoming, inclusive classroom where every child can thrive, using ongoing assessment to guide progress and differentiate instruction as needed.

You will collaborate with colleagues, support staff and families to support wellbeing and achievement, contribute to curriculum planning and homework that reinforces learning, and

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in a relevant discipline and QTS.
• Excellent lesson planning and assessment for learning
• Strong communication and collaboration with students, families and colleagues

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach engaging KS1 lessons with clear objectives and appropriate challenge for all students, including those with SEND.
• Adapt teaching to diverse needs and use feedback to inform re-teaching and progression.
• Provide regular verbal and written feedback and monitor progress to address gaps.
• Build a positive, inclusive classroom culture with high expectations and consistent routines.
• Collaborate with colleagues, pastoral staff and parents to support wellbeing and achievement; contribute to curriculum design and assessments.

Skills

Lesson planning

Assessment for learning

Communication skills

Collaboration with parents

Adaptability

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

About The Role

Lift Berkeley Primary school are recruiting a KS1 teacher to join our team and help shape outstanding learning experiences every day.

About The Role

Lift Berkeley Primary school are recruiting a KS1 teacher to join our team and help shape outstanding learning experiences every day. This is your chance to inspire students, design engaging lessons, and contribute to a school where every child is supported to achieve their full potential. You'll work alongside talented colleagues who share your commitment to excellent teaching and a positive, inclusive classroom culture.

About The Role

As a teacher, you'll create a learning environment where all students feel encouraged, challenged, and ready to succeed. You'll plan lessons that spark curiosity, adapt your approach to meet individual needs, and use assessment to guide progress. You'll also collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and parents to help every child thrive academically and personally.

Key responsibilities

You Will:

• plan and teach engaging lessons with clear objectives, building on prior learning and setting appropriate challenge for all students, including those with SEND;
• adapt your teaching to meet diverse needs, responding to misconceptions and using strategies that develop conceptual understanding;
• give regular verbal and written feedback, guiding students to reflect on their progress and addressing gaps through re-teaching;
• build a positive classroom culture with clear routines, high expectations for behaviour, and consistent use of praise and rewards;
• work closely with colleagues, pastoral staff, and parents to support student wellbeing and achievement; and
• contribute to curriculum design, assessment planning, and homework that consolidates learning.

You Will Have:

• a degree in a relevant discipline and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS);
• a strong understanding of what excellent teaching looks like and how to establish consistently high expectations;
• the ability to assess student progress effectively, including statutory assessment requirements;
• good communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with students, colleagues, and families;
• adaptability and patience to respond to the needs of all learners with professionalism and care; and
• a commitment to your own development, responding positively to coaching and feedback.

We'd love to hear from you if you're inspired by creating a classroom where every student feels valued and inspired to learn. Are you ready to help our students achieve their best?

About Our School

Lift Berkeley Primary school has recently joined Lift Schools, one of the largest Multi Academy Trusts in the country. This allows us to stay true to our local roots, while also drawing on the phenomenal wealth of expertise and resources that comes with being part of a national network of schools. Lift Berkeley Primary School have the platinum OPAL award and we are passionate about continuous provision in the Early years through to Year 1. The children benefit from huge grounds with woodland classrooms and an outside swimming pool. We have created a school where little minds grow, big dreams begin, and every child is encouraged to shine. At Lift Berkeley, we are passionate about creating a happy, nurturing and inspiring environment where children feel safe, valued and excited to learn. Through engaging lessons, exciting opportunities and a supportive school community, we help every child build confidence, develop their talents and reach their full potential. We believe that every child deserves the best possible start in life, and we're proud to be part of their journey. Lift Berkeley - inspiring minds, building futures!

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives - and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work.

School-submitted vacancy from DfE Teaching Vacancies. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source terms. This listing does not imply endorsement or a paid relationship with the school.

View original vacancy